For 40 years, the Big Five personality model has dominated psychology, but new research suggests it may be incomplete.

New research reveals that primates with longer thumbs tend to have larger brains, suggesting that manual dexterity and brain ...

Researchers have developed a new tool, bimodularity, that adds directionality to community detection in networks.

Scientists have discovered that a toxic complex formed between NMDA receptors and TRPM4 channels drives neuron death in ...

New research shows that meaning in life and self-efficacy—the belief in one’s ability to succeed—are critical for well-being, ...

The research paves the way for routine eye exams to aid in early diagnosis and intervention for Alzheimer’s and related ...

A new study shows that specific brain cells called PV interneurons play a crucial role in social decision-making and empathy.

New research suggests that the tendency of older adults to misinterpret neutral or negative emotions as positive may be a warning sign of cognitive decline.

The NIH Baby Toolbox is a groundbreaking assessment system designed to evaluate infants’ and toddlers’ development from just 16 days old to 42 months.

A systematic review of nearly 100 studies found that high-THC cannabis products are linked to negative mental health outcomes ...

Researchers have developed a non-invasive diagnostic tool for Alzheimer’s disease that measures how the brain regulates blood ...

A new study of over 13,000 adults found that having a strong sense of purpose in life is linked to a reduced risk of dementia.